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LAKESIDE EVENT CENTER

5902 SE HAWTHORNE RD, Gainesville FL 32641 · 352-804-8992

Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 4 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats64
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA1103705
Grade history
MAR 24
APR 25
FEB 26
— STEADY

3 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20 droppings in single service storage/hot water room. 5-10 droppings in front storage room.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
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Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior bottom of reach in freezer.
Basic/23-03-4
Apr 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray hand sanitizer by cranberry juice on table in kitchen. Operator moved chemical near Three compartment sink.
High priority/41-10-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden shelving in storage room near kitchen.
Basic/14-47-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic cups container on floor in storage room.
Basic/25-05-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop bucket by back door.
Basic/42-01-4
Mar 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20 droppings in single service storage/hot water room. 5-10 droppings in front storage room.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Intermediate/27-02-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. In the side storage room.
Basic/36-24-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer gasket and interior reach in freezer.
Basic/23-03-4

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.